What are some the unique issues faced by clients in your particular field of specialization, in terms of mental health education, care, and/or treatment?
For client with untreated trauma, something as simple as going to the store can seem impossible. When a person's nervous system is overwhelmed, every situation feels dangerous. Therefore, a client with post trauma stress or generalized anxiety will need to invest sufficient time in self care and implementing tools for calming the nervous system while challenging unhelpful thinking patterns.
How do you determine therapy goals with clients? What does that process look like?
Initially, a good treatment plan will focus on helping a client improve daily functioning by resolving the most debilitating symptoms that result from trauma, such as: panic, agoraphobia, excessive worry and fear, poor sleep, restlessness, anger, shame, and guilt. Since PTSD and generalized anxiety are mind/body disorders, I will teach you skills for calming the nervous system and evaluating and changing thought patterns that contribute to your distress.
Are there any recurring themes or issues you’ve noticed as you treat people in your area of specialization, and how has this insight guided your approach?
I have discovered that people with childhood trauma often report low self esteem, chronic pain, personality/identity issues, relational and financial concerns, and unhealthy boundaries. Typically these issues will also be addressed during the course of trauma treatment.
Specialties
Anxiety
Borderline Personality Disorder
Panic attacks & panic disorder
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Spirituality & religion based issues
General Expertise
Depression
Relationship Issues
Loss/Grief
Self-Esteem
Social Anxiety
Abuse/Survivors of abuse
Communication issues
Domestic violence
Fees
$120
First Session
$120
Individual Therapy
Types of Therapy
Individual Session
Clientele
Young Adults (18-24)
Treatment Approaches / Modalities
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Practices
Art Therapy
Coaching
Integrative Therapy
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Training / Certifications
CETA Certification (2020); Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (16 hrs, 2019); Annual NW Conference on BH and Addictive Disorders (18 hrs, 2018); Motivational Interviewing (6 hrs, 2018); COD & Treatment (12 hrs; 2018); Mind-Body Medicine (27.75 hrs, 2017); Clinical Resources for Rural Practice (5 hrs, 2017); CBT and Mindfulness (6 hrs, 2016); Critical Incident Stress Management for Individuals and Groups (27 hrs, 2012)
Licensure
WA, LMHC, 60779128
Education
Masters in Clinical Mental Health, Regent University
Work History
Over the last 7 years, I have been helping people who are seeking relief from severe and persistent anxiety and depression. Typically, these conditions manifest from untreated trauma that continues to haunt clients despite their best efforts to "get over it".
Location
Remote Therapy, Carlton, 98814, WA